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Digby Brown has begun the process of succession as Fraser Oliver, chief executive of the firm, announces his plan to step down from the role. The firm has announced that Mark Gibson has been chosen as chief executive designate and will spend the next 12 months shadowing Mr Oliver to expand his under

Money Advice Scotland has launched its ‘Adviser-Only Helpline’ campaign, encouraging service providers and creditors to provide dedicated contact routes for accredited money and debt advisers.

Anderson Strathern Asset Management Limited (ASAM) has appointed Arlene Ewing as managing director as it looks to grow its team and services across Scotland. Ms Ewing brings more than 35 years’ experience in financial services and is a recognised leader in her field as both a former Chartered

A long-established family-run specialist flooring contractor headquartered in East Kilbride has ceased trading after its directors appointed administrators this week, with 43 employees made redundant. George Lafferty of BTG was appointed administrator of Industrial Floor Treatments Limited on 10 Mar

Alisdair Dewar has been appointed as RBC Brewin Dolphin's new head of office for Edinburgh, following Johnny McGlynn’s decision to retire at the end of last year. Mr Dewar's appointment makes a strong addition to the Edinburgh team, bringing with him 30 years’ experience across financial

John Mooney has retired from his role as finance director after 30 years with Clark Contracts.

Edinburgh-based renewable energy company, Red Rock Renewables, has reached financial close on a £62m financing with Lloyds, HSBC and China Construction Bank for its Benbrack Onshore Wind Farm. The three lenders have provided equal project financing as the Dumfries & Galloway Project takes

More than 770 newly qualified Chartered Accountants (CAs) have joined the profession at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) Admission Ceremony. The annual event, held this year in Edinburgh on Saturday 7 March, also marked a significant milestone for social mobility, as the ICA

New legislation has been passed giving greater legal protection to digital assets. By clarifying rights to ownership, the Digital Assets (Scotland) Bill enables individuals and businesses to trade and invest "with more confidence".

Urgent action is needed by Shetland Islands Council to address a £134.3 million projected budget gap by 2029/30, according to the Accounts Commission.

ScottishPower recorded a 12% increase in annual profits to £3.15 billion for 2025, a growth trend mirrored by its Spanish parent company, Iberdrola, which saw net earnings rise by 12% to nearly €6.3bn (c. £5.5bn). The steady financial performance was primarily underpinned by the suc

Social Investment Scotland (SIS) has delivered new funding, on behalf of the Scottish Government, to help credit unions across Scotland use digital tools to identify benefits and financial support their members may be missing out on. The Credit Union Income Maximisation Digital Innovation Project ha

The level of inheritance tax (IHT) collected has reached a new high, according to analysis of the latest statistics by DJ Alexander Ltd. Scotland's largest lettings and estate agency said the latest statistics show that £7.13 billion was collected between April 2025 and January 2026, with

Stuart Robb, of Robb Advisory, has been appointed liquidator of Glasgow pastry specialist, China Court Bakery. The business officially entered a voluntary liquidation process following a formal resolution to wind up the business. According to recent filings at Companies House, the firm has transitio

Care home provider Meallmore has increased the banking facility with HSBC UK to £90 million to support the next phase of its strategic growth and ongoing investment in high‑quality care environments across the country.